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Outdoor Photo Contest

Ancient - Our forests have lived many lives. Over the last 45 years, Oregon Wild has worked to ensure our mature and old-growth forests are protected for generations to come. We're celebrating with a special photo contest focus this year along with special hikes in Oregon's diverse ancient forests through our 2019 Outdoor Program. Whether you're an amateur or professional photographer, you can help us put the focus on our stunning peaks, vibrant forests, dynamic rivers, and precious wildlife and help give them and us a future simply by entering the 15th annual Outdoor Photo Contest.

Photographers of all ages and abilities can enter photos in the 15th annual Outdoor Photo Contest’s four main categories (see below). By capturing and sharing what you love about Oregon as only a nature photographer can, you’ll help spread awareness and passion for safeguarding our natural world for generations to come. Help us keep Oregon wild...

Photos are entered in the 15th annual Outdoor Photo Contest’s four main categories:

Grand prize winners are announced after the public votes on the finalists in late September 2019. Oregon Wild supporters vote online for the grand prize winners in each category. We will announce the winners at our annual benefit, Call of the Wild, to be held in Portland on the night of October 11, 2019.

Please note: The Oregon Wild staff work tirelessly to protect the wildlands, wildlife, and waters that are the focus of this contest. We are unable to take phone calls regarding this contest and urge you to utilize the maps, detailed submission guidelines, and additional resources provided on our website to the best of your ability. Thank you for understanding, and best of luck!